[Dannoman]

I have some leftover thick rubber matting used as a runner on steps in the winter. Ribbed on one side smooth on the other - stiff but still flexible. I was wondering if this would be OK to use in an impeller mod.

 

[1132le]

maybe prolly but a pic might help
its not the space shuttle

 

[guzzijohn]

The worst it could do is break off or wear out. I set my poly material up to rub and wear in. Even solid metal could be used with a little clearance. 🤔

 

[1132le]

The worst it could do is break off or wear out. I set my poly material up to rub and wear in. Even solid metal could be used with a little clearance. 🤔

not really smart
do it 1 time do it right and forget it

 

[1132le]

if its like the rubber mat i have
that would be a no
work smarter not harder or have to redo it
having to redo falls into the harder column

 

[orangputeh]

The worst it could do is break off or wear out. I set my poly material up to rub and wear in. Even solid metal could be used with a little clearance. 🤔

Have you done this? I was wondering about it but that it could cause jams with rocks, sticks and such whereas the rubber has more leeway for stuff like that.

 

[Husqvarna_10530SBE]

I bought a mud flap at a local truck and trailer supply store. Then bought some galvanized flat bar stock to hold it down flat. Some stainless steel bolts with lock nuts.

I know they used to sell impeller mod kits on ebay.

 

[vangasman]

This what I've used for 2 that I did. Got it at tractor suppy.Thick enough but not a pain to work with. I use 1/4 rivets but you have to have the big rivet gun, helps to have the extended nosepiece.

 

[orangputeh]

This what I've used for 2 that I did. Got it at tractor suppy.Thick enough but not a pain to work with. I use 1/4 rivets but you have to have the big rivet gun, helps to have the extended nosepiece.

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much better than mudflap. My mudflap mods only lasted 3 seasons. This stuff lasts and lasts.

 

[Ballroomblitz]

I used car tire sidewall when i did my impeller mod.

 

[Debo76]

I cut up an old boat trailer tire!

 

[Jackmels]

This what I've used for 2 that I did. Got it at tractor suppy.Thick enough but not a pain to work with. I use 1/4 rivets but you have to have the big rivet gun, helps to have the extended nosepiece.

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Just checked the website...Now it's $49.99.... Yikes!

 

[db130]

The $50 roll should be the 4"x180" roll. The $27 roll is usually 4"x60":

I can't get either one at my local TSC (they won't even ship it to the store). They keep the $40 7"x60" roll in stock, though.

 

[Debo76]

Just checked the website...Now it's $49.99.... Yikes!

You could better buy a kit of your buying that. I do have some that we replaced off a baler this fall if you need some.

 

[UNDERTAKER]

Just find some old single stage flapper stuff. For that app. I am sure they would be happy to get rid of it. Does not end up in the trash either. A win,win.

 

[Russell Stephan]

The key for long-lasting wipers is some type of masticated rubber -- fabric weave impregnated with rubber.

Tires with corded belts (not steel) will work. Conveyor belt track is wonderful! In addition, if you live in areas with mining and ore processing, it should be available on Craigslist or FB Marketplace extremely cheap since used belt material is rather abundant.

 

[Russell Stephan]

Tires with corded belts (not steel) will work.

Most automotive tires these days are steel belted. As such, they're terrible for any kind of DIY project. But, many motorcycle tires are corded belts.

Every other year or so I'll need durable rubber pads for some project. A visit to the local motorcycle dealer and asking for a looksee at their discarded tire pile usually turns up some nice big rear wheel touring rig rubber. I always take along a neodymium magnet to insure the tire is corded lacking steel belts.

 

[Husqvarna_10530SBE]

much better than mudflap. My mudflap mods only lasted 3 seasons. This stuff lasts and lasts.

The mud flap I bought is for 18 wheelers and the strips have held up fine for 6 years. It is constructed like older tires were (corded). It's pretty rigid, but with a little flex.

 

[Jackmels]

You could better buy a kit of your buying that. I do have some that we replaced off a baler this fall if you need some.

I have a roll...Just rechecking the price.

 

[EntropyKnower]

For rubber material, search for "cloth-inserted SBR sheet" or similar. Rubber-Cal is one manufacturer. $20 or so shipped, for enough to do several.